The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has officially declared that it will conclude the ongoing recruitment process into the Federal Fire Service (FFS) on June 15, 2024. This announcement signifies a significant development in efforts to strengthen the FFS and enhance its operational capacity. The FFS plays a critical role in safeguarding lives, property, and the environment by responding to fire emergencies across Nigeria. Ensuring a robust recruitment process is essential for maintaining a skilled and dedicated workforce within the organization. Hon. Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Board, emphasized the…
Author: Emmanuel Olawale Akanji
In a significant development for Nigeria’s aviation industry, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration has successfully resolved a long-standing dispute related to slot allocations for Air Peace, a prominent Nigerian airline. The issue revolved around the allocation of AD HOC SLOTS versus a more favorable arrangement. Under the previous administration of former President Buhari, Air Peace faced challenges in securing favorable slot allocations for international flights. The airline had been operating with AD HOC SLOTS, which posed limitations and affected its operational efficiency. Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, played a crucial role in addressing this issue. He visited the UK Department…
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has announced that the Federal Government will commence the partial payment of debts owed to power generating companies (GenCos) and gas suppliers starting in April. Adelabu made this declaration during a visit to Egbin Power Plc in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State. Recognizing the outstanding debts owed to GenCos and gas suppliers, the Federal Government aims to address this issue promptly. Egbin Power Plant is highlighted as one of the significant creditors, and efforts are underway to prevent any disruptions to its operations. Adelabu assured Egbin Power’s board and management that beginning in…
In a revolutionary collaboration aimed at addressing the digital skills gap, Wema Bank has teamed up with the Federal Government of Nigeria to introduce the FGN-ALAT Digital Skillnovation Programme. This ambitious initiative is designed to equip 2,000,000 Nigerian youths and 1,000,000 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with advanced digital skills, positioning them for success in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. Operating in cohorts, the recently unveiled second cohort builds upon the success of the initial launch in 2023. Already, over 300,000 Nigerian youths and business owners have reaped the benefits of the first cohort, utilizing the platform as a…
The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced a significant inflow of over $1.5 billion into the economy, signaling a positive impact from its monetary policy measures. According to Mrs. Sidi Ali, the acting Director of the Corporate Communications Department at the bank, the influx is a result of efforts to stabilize the foreign exchange market. Additionally, the Naira has shown resilience, with gains in the Autonomous Foreign Exchange market, trading at N1,309/$1 compared to N1,611/$1 earlier in March 2024. The recent Monetary Policy Committee meeting, where the CBN increased the interest rate to 24.75%, aimed at aligning with current inflation…
After years of terrorizing the North West region of Nigeria, the infamous bandit leader, Dogo Gide, has been neutralized by troops engaged in anti-kidnapping and anti-banditry operations. Dogo Gide, known for his acts of kidnapping, murder, and large-scale destruction, met his end in an encounter with the forces of Operation Hadarin Daji in Shiroro, Niger State. Dogo Gide’s reign of terror included the abduction of over one hundred pupils and teachers from the Federal Government College, Birnin Yauri, Kebbi State, in June 2021, and the downing of a Nigerian Air Force helicopter in Niger State in 2023. His criminal activities…
Senator Otunba Gbenga Daniel, accompanied by the Senate Committee on Works, recently conducted an inspection tour of the coastal roads extending from Lagos through Ogun and onward to Calabar. This initiative was part of a broader effort to evaluate the current state of these crucial transportation routes. The inspection is particularly timely as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has recently granted awards for the development of these roads, signifying a commitment to improving Nigeria’s infrastructure. The tour underscores the government’s focus on enhancing the nation’s roadways, which are vital for economic growth and connectivity. As the committee traversed the coastal stretch,…
In a significant political shift, six members of the Enugu State House of Assembly, originally elected under the Labour Party (LP) banner, have transitioned to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the current ruling party in the state. This development was formally declared during a plenary session on Thursday. The legislators attributed their departure from LP to what they described as “irreconcilable divisions and ongoing crises” plaguing the party at both the national and state levels. They expressed their disappointment, noting that the Labour Party, which was once seen as a symbol of progressive politics, has now become mired in internal…
The former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Uche Secondus, and key members of the party’s Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) for the 2023 general elections in Rivers State have shifted their allegiance to President Bola Tinubu’s administration. This move marks a notable departure from their previous support for Atiku Abubakar, the PDP’s presidential candidate in the 2023 elections. The announcement was made during a press briefing in Port Harcourt, led by Dr. Abiye Sekibo, the former Minister of Transportation and Director-General of the PDP-PCC in Rivers State. The briefing was attended by prominent political figures including Secondus, Austin…
In a statement released on Thursday, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) distanced itself from the national convention of the Labour Party (LP) held in Anambra on Wednesday. Mr. Rotimi Oyekanmi, the Chief Press Secretary to the INEC Chairman, made this declaration in Abuja, declining to provide further details on why the convention was not monitored by the electoral body. The LP had initially scheduled its national convention to take place in Umuahia, Abia State, but later shifted it to Nnewi, Anambra State. Mr. Kehinde Edun, the LP National Legal Adviser, confirmed the venue change, emphasizing that the party had…